Surgical Technician

U.S. Oral Surgery Management•Oneonta, NY

12d•Onsite

About The Position

The following position is for employment with: Dugan Oral Surgery 39 Country Club Rd, Oneonta, NY 13820 POSITION PURPOSE Are you passionate about patient care and looking to make a difference in a surgical setting? Join our team as a Surgical Technician, where you'll assist the surgeon during consultations and surgeries, enhance patient satisfaction, and boost office efficiency. In this role, you'll provide outstanding pre-operative and post-operative care, including answering phones and scheduling, ensuring the highest standards for our patients.

Requirements

Follow strict safety guidelines and procedures according to OSHA and office standards.
Adhere to all office policies diligently.
Maintain a positive rapport with patients and team members through excellent interpersonal skills.
Effectively communicate verbally with patients and staff in a clear and professional manner.
Work efficiently with a keen eye for detail.
Adapt to changing job duties and work schedules as needed.
Demonstrate active listening by fully engaging in conversations, understanding points being made, asking relevant questions, and avoiding inappropriate interruptions.
Prior experience not required. Will train the right person.

Responsibilities

Assist the doctor during surgeries, seat patients, and take vitals.
Ensure all consent forms and treatment plans are accurately completed.
Provide clear and concise pre-operative and post-operative instructions to patients.
Obtain necessary medical clearances and maintain excellent patient care standards.
Assist with answering phones, scheduling patients, and completing check-out procedures.
Adhere to OSHA and regulatory guidelines, ensuring radiation protection for all patients and producing radiographic images with proper exposure techniques and anatomical positioning.
Document and maintain accurate records/charting in compliance with established standards.
Prepare and maintain clinical equipment and instruments, ensuring they are in good working condition for each procedure.
Maintain good rapport and cooperative relationships with patients, doctors, and team members.
Approach conflicts constructively, identify problems, offer solutions, and participate in their resolution.
Maintain the confidentiality of patient, practice, and hospital information, discussing sensitive information only among appropriate personnel in private settings.
Provide an excellent patient experience, ensuring their comfort and satisfaction throughout their visit.
Accept special projects and additional responsibilities as needed, demonstrating flexibility in a dynamic work environment.